updo hairstyles

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Nice large separated pin curls for bangs make this updo a 1950's vintage classic:

Large Pin Curls

Back in the day, women used dippity doo to make the strands bend and stay in position. It was applied at night and then bobby pins were used to hold curls in place so by morning, curls were created. This is a glamorous look for an updo. This blonde has red lips and strands of pearls for an old fashioned appeal.

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The many looks of Kelly and here she is sporting a blonde bouffant style and is wearing a shiny red dress that has a cellophane effect.

Kelly Osbourne

Her yellow hair is smoothed back into a high hump which can be accomplished easier with an instant beehive accessory which is a piece that is placed under the strands to give height. The side-swept bangs brush over the eyes. She is wearing red gloves to match her dress. Event: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fall 2010 – Naomi Campbell's Fashion Relief For Haiti – Runway

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Simple partial updo:

Naya Rivera

Bang-less and bouffant-ish, this half up and half down 'do is perfect for any occasion, special or otherwise. Some back combing gives the crown some lift. Covered bobby pins do a good job holding the strands into place.

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This updo is lovely and sports large rings of curls done in defined sections with loose strands left out to hang naturally.

Loose Updo

formal updo loose curls

This is a good choice for a bride or would be fabulous for a school dance. The soft curls are intertwined in a romantic fashion and add such a feminine charm to this traditional look. A large barrel curling iron and setting lotion can help with styling. This would be perfect without a veil or with. It's a lovely style even for a special evening such as Valentines Day or an Anniversary. The fringe that is left out to dangle is a wonderful detail. The blonde highlights stand out here with this light brown color.

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This updo is structured with an old fashioned appeal and a pompadour-ish edge.

Bride

This style has 3 distinct sections with the top twisting up into one big pin curl, the sides pull up and meet in the middle at the top, and the back is brought up and secured with a hair accessory that matches the brunette hair color. This bride has no veil and a strapless gown. This one is very ornate and somewhat vintage with a 1940's feel. It would be a lovely choice for a themed wedding. The groom could join in the fun with a matching pompadour-ish look.

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